Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver' — Bushy

Overview

Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Linaria, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver' grows best in full sun, and tolerates sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.

About

Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver' is a bushy, deciduous cultivar of the Linaria genus, known for its simple foliage and terminal racemes with two-lipped flowers featuring prominent spurs. It thrives in full sun on well-drained sandy soils with a range of pH levels, from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for various garden settings including city, coastal, cottage, and wildlife gardens. This cultivar is particularly valued for its summer and autumn interest, making it a versatile choice for flower borders, beds, and underplanting of roses and shrubs.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Linaria

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver'

Propagation: Seed in pots in a cold frame in early spring; division or softwood cuttings in spring
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver'?

Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver' need?

Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver' grows best in sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver' hardy in the UK?

Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.

How do I propagate Linaria anticaria 'Antique Silver'?

Seed in pots in a cold frame in early spring; division or softwood cuttings in spring.

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